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High quality LDS art, books and decorFri, 27 Feb 2015 00:33:52 +0000enhourly1http://wordpress.com/https://s2.wp.com/i/buttonw-com.pngZion's Mercantilehttps://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com
Hey Everyone Good New!https://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/2012/07/19/hey-everyone-good-new/
https://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/2012/07/19/hey-everyone-good-new/#commentsThu, 19 Jul 2012 16:38:45 +0000http://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/?p=446Continue reading →]]>We have been so busy lately building our new website. We invite all of you to join us at fineldsart.com where you can see merchandise from the store, read our blog, leave comments, hear about in store specials and order items you forgot to purchase at the store. We hope to have everything in the store on the site by the end of August. Thanks for being patient with us during this change. Change is good and we are so excited for what lies ahead of us.]]>https://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/2012/07/19/hey-everyone-good-new/feed/0zionsmercantileLemon Strudel, Yes Please!https://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/2012/04/05/lemon-strudel-yes-please/
https://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/2012/04/05/lemon-strudel-yes-please/#commentsThu, 05 Apr 2012 19:22:07 +0000http://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/?p=440Continue reading →]]>Spring is truly in the air. We wanted to share this photo of some of the beautiful flowers outside our store. Oh how we love Spring!

We also love our new Spring specialty bread, Lemon Strudel. It is a moist, sweet lemon bread with crunchy strudel on top. You have to stop by and get some. It will be your new favorite love too. Enjoy your day and Spring.

]]>https://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/2012/04/05/lemon-strudel-yes-please/feed/1zionsmercantileTulipsLemon BreadPeeps Sunflower Cakehttps://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/2012/04/04/peeps-sunflower-cake/
https://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/2012/04/04/peeps-sunflower-cake/#commentsWed, 04 Apr 2012 15:45:26 +0000http://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/?p=437Continue reading →]]>Bethany Eledge Cleveland, Tennessee “The inspiration for this cake came from one of my favorite flowers, the sunflower. The yellow peeps make eye-catching flower petals, and I carefully placed chocolate chips in a circular pattern to resemble the seeds in the middle of a sunflower. This cake is easy, but looks quite impressive.”

* Prepare and bake cake according to package directions, using two greased and waxed paper-lined 9-in. round baking pans. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely; carefully remove waxed paper.
* Level tops of cakes. Spread frosting between layers and over the top and sides of cake.
* Without separating Peeps and curving slightly to fit, arrange chicks around edge of cake for sunflower petals. For sunflower seeds, arrange chocolate chips in center of cake. Yield: 12 servings.

The history of April Fool’s Day or All Fool’s Day is uncertain, but the current thinking is that it began around 1582 in France with the reform of the calendar under Charles IX. The Gregorian Calendar was introduced, and New Year’s Day was moved from March 25 – April 1 (new year’s week) to January 1.
Communication traveled slowly in those days and some people were only informed of the change several years later. Still others, who were more rebellious refused to acknowledge the change and continued to celebrate on the last day of the former celebration, April 1.

These people were labeled “fools” by the general populace, were subject to ridicule and sent on “fool errands,” sent invitations to nonexistent parties and had other practical jokes played upon them. The butts of these pranks became known as a “poisson d’avril” or “April fish” because a young naive fish is easily caught. In addition, one common practice was to hook a paper fish on the back of someone as a joke.

This harassment evolved over time and a custom of prank-playing continue on the first day of April. This tradition eventually spread elsewhere like to Britain and Scotland in the 18th century and was introduced to the American colonies by the English and the French. Because of this spread to other countries, April Fool’s Day has taken on an international flavor with each country celebrating the holiday in its own way.

In Scotland, for instance, April Fool’s Day is devoted to spoofs involving the buttocks and as such is called Taily Day. The butts of these jokes are known as April ‘Gowk’, another name for cuckoo bird. The origins of the “Kick Me” sign can be traced back to the Scottish observance.

In England, jokes are played only in the morning. Fools are called ‘gobs’ or ‘gobby’ and the victim of a joke is called a ‘noodle.’ It was considered back luck to play a practical joke on someone after noon.

In Rome, the holiday is known as Festival of Hilaria, celebrating the resurrection of the god Attis, is on March 25 and is also referred to as “Roman Laughing Day.”

In Portugal, April Fool’s Day falls on the Sunday and Monday before lent. In this celebration, many people throw flour at their friends.

The Huli Festival is celebrated on March 31 in India. People play jokes on one another and smear colors on one another celebrating the arrival of Spring.

So, no matter where you happen to be in the world on April 1, don’t be surprised if April fools fall playfully upon you.

]]>https://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/2012/04/02/april-fool/feed/0zionsmercantileaprilfishJospeph Smith the Prophethttps://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/2012/03/31/jospeph-smith-the-prophet/
https://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/2012/03/31/jospeph-smith-the-prophet/#commentsSat, 31 Mar 2012 15:23:01 +0000http://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/?p=429Continue reading →]]>Joseph Smith’s history records: “My grandfather, Asael Smith, long ago predicted that there would be a prophet raised up in his family, and my grandmother was fully satisfied that it was fulfilled in me. My grandfather Asael died in East Stockholm, St. Lawrence county, New York, after having received the Book of Mormon, and read it nearly through; and he declared that I was the very Prophet that he had long known would come in his family.”]]>https://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/2012/03/31/jospeph-smith-the-prophet/feed/0zionsmercantilejsA Cut Above the Resthttps://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/2012/03/29/a-cut-above-the-rest/
https://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/2012/03/29/a-cut-above-the-rest/#commentsThu, 29 Mar 2012 18:48:59 +0000http://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/?p=420Continue reading →]]>We just received these amazing knives. They make great gifts for the boy or man in your life. They have maple or bone handles with messages reminding them of who they are and what they really stand for. You will want to stop by the store and pick one up before they are all gone.]]>https://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/2012/03/29/a-cut-above-the-rest/feed/0zionsmercantileKnivesRaspberry Sweet Rolls.https://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/2012/03/27/raspberry-sweet-rolls/
https://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/2012/03/27/raspberry-sweet-rolls/#commentsTue, 27 Mar 2012 18:43:42 +0000http://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/?p=415Continue reading →]]>This would be a great idea to make this weekend. I’m sure your family would all join you for breakfast.

1. In a small saucepan, warm the milk over moderately low heat until it’s 95°. Pour the warm milk into the bowl of a standing electric mixer fitted with the dough hook and stir in the sugar and yeast. Let stand until the yeast is foamy, about 5 minutes. Add the softened butter, eggs, grated lemon zest and sea salt. Add the flour and beat at medium speed until a soft dough forms, about 3 minutes. Increase the speed to medium-high and beat until the dough is soft and supple, about 10 minutes longer.
2. Scrape the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it with your hands 2 or 3 times. Form the dough into a ball and transfer it to a lightly buttered bowl. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let stand in a warm place until doubled in bulk, 1 to 2 hours.
3. Line the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing the paper to extend up the short sides. Butter the paper and sides of the pan. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured work surface and, using a rolling pin, roll it into a 10-by-24-inch rectangle.
4. In a medium bowl, toss the frozen raspberries with the sugar and cornstarch. Spread the raspberry filling evenly over the dough. Tightly roll up the dough to form a 24-inch-long log. Working quickly, cut the log into quarters. Cut each quarter into 4 slices and arrange them in the baking pan, cut sides up. Scrape any berries and juice from the work surface into the baking pan between the rolls. Cover the rolls and let them rise in a warm place until they are puffy and have filled the baking pan, about 2 hours.
5. Preheat the oven to 425°. Bake the rolls for about 25 minutes, until they are golden and the berries are bubbling. Transfer the pan to a rack to cool for 30 minutes.
6. In a small bowl, whisk the confectioners’ sugar with the butter and heavy cream until the glaze is thick and spreadable.
7. Invert the rolls onto the rack and peel off the parchment paper. Invert the rolls onto a platter. Dollop glaze over each roll and spread with an offset spatula. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Make Ahead The recipe can be prepared through Step 4. Cover the rolls, refrigerate overnight and then return to room temperature before baking. Notes Variation The sweet rolls can be filled with a variety of frozen fruit. Try blackberries, strawberries, blueberries or chopped sweet cherries.

]]>https://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/2012/03/27/raspberry-sweet-rolls/feed/0zionsmercantileraspberry rollsPioneer Cookinghttps://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/2012/03/26/pioneer-cooking/
https://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/2012/03/26/pioneer-cooking/#commentsMon, 26 Mar 2012 16:13:09 +0000http://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/?p=412Continue reading →]]>Preparing a Meal Was Hard Work in Pioneer Times
The Early American Settlers spent much of their time first finding their food, and then cooking it. Food had to be hunted, trapped, foraged, or planted. They had to kill and butcher their meat, forage for wild plants, fruits or nuts, or plant and harvest their crops.

Before each meal, they had to chop wood for their fire, carry buckets of water from a stream or river, and prepare and cook their meal in an outdoor campfire or kitchen hearth. Most meals were prepared in one pot because that’s often all the family had. Sometimes there was only one plate or bowl that the entire family had to share, eating one at a time. This was not an easy life!
Just reading this has made me so very tired. I think I will stop at a Drive up and pick up some dinner. I’m just too tired to cook today!

Just a though for this Thursday. Love this! Think just how many precious jewels you have been given. Enjoy each and every one of them.

]]>https://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/2012/03/22/most-precious-jewels/feed/0zionsmercantilequoteCalm Carthagehttps://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/2012/03/22/calm-carthage/
https://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/2012/03/22/calm-carthage/#commentsThu, 22 Mar 2012 02:38:22 +0000http://zionsmercantile.wordpress.com/?p=404Continue reading →]]>At the Carthage Jail on June 27, 1844, a mob murdered the Prophet Joseph Smith and his brother Hyrum, who thus sealed their testimonies of Jesus Christ with their blood.

Several days earlier, the Prophet and others voluntarily went to Carthage, the county seat located about 20 miles southeast of Nauvoo, to answer charges of civil disturbance. Joseph and Hyrum were held in Carthage Jail pending trial and were guaranteed protection from mob violence by the governor of Illinois.

Joseph, Hyrum, John Taylor, and Willard Richards were in the jailer’s upstairs bedroom when a mob stormed the jail shortly after five o’clock. The Prophet and his brother were shot and killed, John Taylor was seriously wounded, and Willard Richards escaped unharmed. The mob fled, and the martyrs’ bodies were taken back to Nauvoo the next day.

The jail was used for about 25 years and then became a private residence. The Church purchased the building and property in 1903. To commemorate the sesquicentennial of the Martyrdom in 1994, the jail was restored to its appearance at the time of Joseph and Hyrum’s death.

This featured piece is entitled ‘Calm Carthage’. It is by Oliver Johnson and is beautiful. We are the only store authorized to carry it right now. Stop by and see just how wonderful this piece is.